2016 MAKINO F3 VERTICAL MACHINING CENTERS

Technical Description

The 2016 Makino F3 is a 3-axis vertical machining center engineered for precision die and mold machining, offering a versatile combination of high-speed spindle performance, rigid structural design, and compact footprint. The F3 provides 23.6-inch X-axis travel, 19.7-inch Y-axis travel, and 17.7-inch Z-axis travel, served by a 33.5- by 19.7-inch work table capable of supporting workpieces up to 1,763 lbs. The standard 12,000 RPM HSK-A63 spindle with approximately 20 HP provides broad applicability across steel, aluminum, and hardened tool steel machining; an optional 20,000 RPM spindle is available for high-speed finishing applications. The Makino Professional 5 CNC delivers SGI.4 smooth geometry interpolation for superior surface finish on complex mold contours, with rigid tapping and comprehensive tool management as standard. A 30-tool automatic tool changer enables multi-operation programs with minimal cycle interruption. The F3's thermally controlled cast iron column and base maintain positional accuracy and repeatability across extended production runs. The machine occupies a floor space of approximately 101 inches long by 96 inches wide, with an overall height of 103 inches, and weighs approximately 16,093 lbs. The F3 is a compact, production-capable VMC suited to precision mold shops, aerospace component manufacturers, and die fabricators requiring Makino's high-accuracy machining performance in a mid-range travel envelope.